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MANILA, Philippines – President Rodrigo Duterte accepted the resignation of Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chairman Andres Bautista, and said he doubts the need to have the poll chief impeached "because by resigning, he has removed himself" from office.

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Welcome to Rappler, a social news network where stories inspire community engagement and digitally fuelled actions for social change. Rappler comes from the root words "rap" (to discuss) + "ripple" (to make waves).